Tabla de contenidos para January 2021 en InStyle

ROCK SOLID Messika Paris founder and artistic director Valérie Messika and Kate Moss team up to design jewelry inspired by the model’s iconic downtown-chic style. The cherry on top? One heck of a campaign star. Messika Paris earrings, necklace, and rings; messika.com. Dress, Moss’s own. Tinker Tailor Swedish chain & Other Stories taps London label Brøgger for a cheerful collection with no shortage of souped-up suits. Rocks That She Got Alison Lou’s charming début line of engagement rings with a twist, called I Do by Lou, features pretty much everything but a plain platinum solitaire. CLOSET CLASSIC Marfa Stance This utilitarian-cool newbie imbues all of its pieces with versatile elements (reversible silhouettes, removable collars). We particularly appreciate the multipurpose outerwear and interchangeable add-ons, which you can mix and match to…

“You’re a role model for Black women to be loud, proud, and comfortable in our bodies.”—TIFFANY BOONE TIFFANY BOONE: Tracee, you bring such joy to fashion. You’re a role model for Black women to be loud, proud, and comfortable in our bodies. TRACEE ELLIS ROSS: Well, thank you for seeing something that I’ve worked really hard at within myself. It took time to be comfortable in my skin because the red carpet is not a normal experience. I do love getting dressed up, but I also love putting my sweats back on. [laughs] TB: You wore a gorgeous gold gown at the virtual Emmys [opposite, bottom near right], and I loved how you said on Instagram that you haven’t missed the frenetic energy of the red carpet but you did…

Jaleesa Jaikaran “I think runway beauty has always been aspirational; it’s what people save to their dream boards,” makeup artist Jaikaran says. During the fall 2020 and spring 2021 collections, she helped create the ultra-glossy lips at Tom Ford’s shows and prepped the fresh faces walking for Jason Wu. In this new virtual world, Jaikaran believes digital makeup will become more prominent. “This is only the beginning of the changes we’re going to see,” she says, citing MAC Cosmetics as an example. In June the brand’s makeup artist Romero Jennings created 12 digitized beauty looks for The Sims 4, allowing users to jazz up their characters’ appearance. Evanie Frausto Frausto, who counts Bella Hadid and Lil Nas X as clients, is known for his sculptural styles, seen most recently at…

Interior designer Brigette Romanek’s motto when it comes to décor is “Try it.” In her opinion, eclecticism is the most enduring style, and so is not being married to any one look. “My house is my lab,” she says. “I try things out and test them all the time. My poor family has really experienced that!” The Laurel Canyon–Mediterranean–style home she shares with her husband, director Mark Romanek, and two daughters is an expert blend of classic L.A. charm and Parisian flair. There’s also a heavy dose of rock-star magic—the house was previously a studio where bands like the Red Hot Chili Peppers recorded albums. When it comes to her favorite spot, Romanek is resolute in choosing the solarium. “I call it the Sunday room,” she says. “I go in…

BOOKS Ready Player Two (1) “I am very excited about the sequel to Ready Player One, by Ernest Cline, because the first book took you to a place that was surprising and wonderful.” The Meaning of Mariah Carey (2) “This book was such an eye-opener because you think you know Mariah Carey, but you really don’t. She is complex for complex reasons, and that makes her memoir extraordinary.” MUSIC The Köln Concert, by Keith Jarrett (3) “This is an old, unique piece of music that I love. It’s just piano but done up in a magical way. If you’re sitting around the house, put it on and flow where it takes you.” TV & FILM The Trial of the Chicago 7 (4) “This movie is an amazing piece of history…

I am writing this before the new year, and I can assure you with confidence that the second that clock strikes midnight on January 1, I shall be a completely different person. No part of me will remain intact. New year. Completely new me. Friends will not recognize me. Family will be all, “I don’t know that person.” I won’t even recognize myself anymore. It’s going to be amazing. Just kidding. If there’s anything this year has taught me, it’s that we’re constantly changing whether we want to or not. If you fight it, things won’t go your way. But then if you force it to happen, you can overdo it and spin out in a different way. I was 21 when I moved to L.A. and got into comedy.…

In honor of his best-selling memoir A Promised Land, InStyle asked former President Barack Obama about the most influential women in his life. Here is his exclusive response along with an excerpt from the first chapter of his book. INSTYLE: What’s the most badass thing about Michelle, Malia, and Sasha? BARACK OBAMA: They all have multiple badass qualities. I think people know Michelle well enough to know how amazing she can be as a public speaker. They probably are less aware of what it’s like to work out with Michelle when she’s really in her groove. And sometimes that includes her boxing. You don’t want to get in the way when she’s working on a bag—including some kicks. There’s force there. Sasha is, as Malia describes it, completely confident about…

Cover: Charlotte Hadden/Together Associates; styling: Elizabeth Saltzman/The Wall Group; hair: Sam McKnight/Premier Hair; makeup: Val Garland/Streeters; manicure: Rebecca Jade Wilson/The Wall Group; prop styling: Julia Dias/The Wall Group; production: Susannah Phillips/Truro Productions; styling assistants: Melissa Digilio and Yamine Daaboul p. 1: Charlotte Hadden/Together Associates p. 2: Clockwise from top right: Christian Cody; Charlotte Hadden/Together Associates (5); Shaniqwa Jarvis/IMG Lens; Alexander Saladrigas/Cerutti & Co. p. 4: Charlotte Hadden/Together Associates; courtesy Laura Brown p. 5: Clockwise from top right: book cover: Pari Dukovic; Shaniqwa Jarvis/IMG Lens; no credit p. 6: Clockwise from top left: courtesy Jamal Scott; courtesy Tiffany Boone; courtesy Jessica Jaikaran; courtesy Christian Cody; courtesy Val Garland; courtesy Elizabeth Saltzman; courtesy Tracee Ellis p. 8: Clockwise from top left: Charlotte Hadden/Together Associates; ©Universal/Courtesy Everett Collection (2); courtesy Hermès; courtesy The…

Mod Rush Punchy midcentury prints prove to be a growing pattern. You Know You Want It A winning combination from Paco Rabanne’s show? Effortless, Parisian-cool basics laced with leopard print and sparkle. SETTING THE TONE Timeless all-purpose flats enter neutral territory. (Under) Statement Pieces Meet the new minimalist must-haves. 1 LEATHER TRENCH 2 BLACK MIDIDRESS 3 TENNIS NECKLACE 4 ROUND FRAMES 5 SCULPTURAL PUMPS 6 FLUID TUNIC 7 BELT BAG…

Colorful Prints On well-tailored cuts, full-on pattern feels playful yet polished. LADYLIKE SHOES Sporty Shapes Take activewear to the next level with sleek designs layered under a classic trenchcoat. COOL KICKS Miniskirt Suits Even in traditional tweed, the leggy pairing reads refreshingly right-now. PYTHON STOMPERS Canadian Tuxedo A standout alternative to throwing on the same old T-shirt and jeans. STACKED-HEEL BOOTIES…

What’s your skin-care regimen? I’m so basic. Truthfully, I just wash my face with water. At the beach I scrub my face with the sand from the ocean. It’s very powdery and leaves my skin clean and exfoliated. The sand is softer than most scrubs, but its granular [texture] still does the job. I also love Dr. Bronner’s Almond Soap and Coconut Oil. I can do anything with those two products: wash my body, face, and clothes. I even use the soap to brush my teeth and gums; it’s an all-purpose item. What inspired you to cut off your dreadlocks a few years ago? I wanted a change of energy; letting go of my locs was part of that. After a few years, I missed them, so I grew them…

The Grey restaurant in Savannah, Ga., is located in a former Greyhound bus station that closed in 1964—at the height of the civil-rights movement. That means executive chef Mashama Bailey’s older relatives most likely walked through the once segregated space where she now turns out her award-winning take on Southern cuisine. It’s been quite the journey for the Bronx-born chef, who’d spent summers down south with family as a kid. “I didn’t think I would wind up back in Savannah,” she says. But Bailey, who had been a rising star on New York’s culinary scene as the sous-chef at Gabrielle Hamilton’s celebrated Prune restaurant, sure is glad she did. Hamilton introduced Bailey to the unlikely character who drew her back to her roots: John Morisano, or Johno. The native New…

WHERE TO GO I was born in Puerto Rico and spent my childhood summers exploring the region’s mountains, lagoons, waterfalls, and rain forest. I suggest starting your visit in San Juan and taking trips from there, like to Rincón (1), a happy hippie-beach destination, and Guavate, which is famous for spit roast, a dish popularized by the indigenous Taíno tribe. The nearby island of Vieques, accessible by propeller plane, is also an amazing place to decompress. It has a mountaintop hotel called Hix Island House, and wild horses roam around the area. WHERE TO STAY AND EAT Consider renting a Spanish Colonial home on Airbnb in Old San Juan (2), a neighborhood full of historic architecture. And just a 30-minute drive away, the luxurious Dorado Beach Ritz-Carlton (3) resort and…

I’ve always liked playing strong women. They’re interesting. They inspire me. And one of the reasons I decided to come back to acting for the film The Life Ahead was that I admired my character, Madame Rosa, so much. She’s strong, but she’s not scared to show her vulnerabilities either. And she is a lover of life, just like me. When I started out in this business, I didn’t know where I was going. I took it one day and one film at a time. For me, it was hard because when I began to make American films, I couldn’t speak English. But I worked day and night and learned very fast because, of course, that’s what it takes. You have to believe in yourself. And as an actor, you…

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From slouchy suits to body-con gowns, Regina King’s looks stand out for a simple reason. “She loves a great fit,” says Micah McDonald, who with his business partner, Wayman Bannerman, has been styling the actress since 2018. “Tailoring is very important to us.” The star’s attention to detail has proved key for her photo ops during the pandemic. “For virtual appearances, Regina’s been gravitating toward interesting necklines,” says Bannerman. “Bold colors also play well onscreen,” McDonald points out. “So regarding what she’ll wear next, let’s just say the future looks bright.” “Regina’s red-carpet style exudes strength and femininity in the most powerful form.”—MICAH MCDONALD, stylist…

Her Regimen I’ve always thought imperfect makeup is the best, which is why I smudge everything. I wear mascara, kohl eyeliner, and Suqqu The Cream Foundation. I like [layering] lipsticks for dimension. MAC Cosmetics Powder Kiss lipsticks have a soft texture. I’m into scents and how they affect my mood, so I baste myself like a turkey in Ilapothecary Feminine Happy Oil. It smells like happiness in a bottle and is energizing and balancing. And Aromatherapy Associates Bath Oils are amazing because they make me feel automatically more chill. A.M. RITUALS I tried the celery-juice thing once for three days, but that went out the window. I always revert to my usual recipe: a cup of tea with cow’s milk, and then I have two cups of Nespresso coffee with…

Face Forward Looking to lift, brighten, or sculpt your skin? Play facialist at home with these high-tech devices that deliver spa-level results PHOTOGRAPHED BY ANYA HOLDSTOCK A Well-Balanced Year Priyanka Chopra Jonas used to make resolutions in January but would break them by February. Now instead of revamping her entire health and wellness routine, she’s setting realistic goals. “The best wellness advice I’ve ever received is to invest in yourself. Your body deserves the best treatment,” she says. Pre-pandemic, the actress practiced self-care by going to the Well’s N.Y.C. spa for acupuncture and yoga sessions. The stress of last year inspired Chopra Jonas to think about her health in a new way while at home. “I’ve been exercising a lot, hydrating, and adding the Well’s Superpowder into my morning smoothie,”…

How did you meet Maverick? When my cat of nearly two decades, Jami Lynx, passed away [in 2017], I started following several animal-rescue accounts on social media. It was like online dating: I was waiting for that love-at-first-sight moment. Then Maverick and her brother popped up in my feed, and I knew one of them was meant to be my puppy. At the shelter, I couldn’t decide on the spot; I panicked and said I’d take both. Within a week I realized two dogs were more responsibility than I could handle at the time, but I held on to both until my friend [actor] Chace Crawford adopted Maverick’s brother and named him Shiner. So they are still in each other’s lives. You’re in Vancouver shooting your new romantic comedy, Love…

Why She’s a Badass With more than 800 hours of in-flight experience and a deployment to the Middle East under her wings, Captain Kristin Wolfe, also known by her call sign “Beo” Wolfe, is the first female commander of the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team. For the next year, she will lead a 13-member squad in the U.S. Air Force’s most advanced fighter jet at air shows across the country. The team performs daring flips, rolls, and loops at low altitudes and speeds of up to 728 mph. And even though the group’s schedule has been unpredictable due to the COVID-19 restrictions, Wolfe, 31, has still found time for her most important mission: teaching the next generation of pilots that the sky is, in fact, not the limit. “I met…

If music existed in human form, its name would be Jon Batiste. Bandleader of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert for the past six years, founder of the group Stay Human for longer than that, and player of 12 instruments (well, currently, unless he picked something else up last week), he is the musician for our times. Batiste has an uncanny way of metabolizing the moment, no more so than when he led “We Are—A Peaceful Protest March with Music” in the streets of New York City this past June. In a time of rage and darkness, Batiste, armed with a melodica and a smile, does his best to bring the light. LAURA BROWN: I already admired you as the bandleader on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, but the…

Sojourner Truth has always been my role model. When I first learned about her story growing up, I was so touched by the incredible sacrifices she had made and how strong she was in spite of the many obstacles she had faced as a Black woman who just wanted to live a life of dignity. As a former slave, she was an outspoken advocate for the abolitionist movement. And who could forget her famous “Ain’t I a Woman?” speech? I’ve been asked to recite it twice, once in concert with [opera singer] Kathleen Battle and another time on Broadway at an event for Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign in 2016. To be able to bring Truth’s poignant, dynamic words to life was just so meaningful to me. My family knows how…